Paper Mache: Steps to make your own Craft ProjectLast Updated Sat, Apr 13, 2019

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Papier-mâché or paper mâché (paper mash-ay) is an easy to make, hard material that can be used to cover various surfaces. It is often used in arts and crafts, acting as a productive and energizing activity. Photo essay by Devyani Verma
To start with you need liquid glue, water and a plastic container. Then, make a mixture with water and glue
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To start with you need liquid glue, water and a plastic container. Then, make a mixture with water and glue

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After the first step, gather paper and tear it in long strips, preferably by hand
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After the first step, gather paper and tear it in long strips, preferably by hand

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Then, soak the paper in the glue mixture
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Then, soak the paper in the glue mixture

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Apply the glue-layered paper on the container and ensure to cover all sides
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Apply the glue-layered paper on the container and ensure to cover all sides

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Don't mind getting your hands dirty if you have to set the paper in place and mesh in the glue properly!
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Don't mind getting your hands dirty if you have to set the paper in place and mesh in the glue properly!

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Leave the container to dry after applying a few layers
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Leave the container to dry after applying a few layers

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When the layer of paper dries up, apply a little pressure and it will pop free from the container
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When the layer of paper dries up, apply a little pressure and it will pop free from the container

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This step is optional, where you may paint the Paper Mache with vibrant colours
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This step is optional, where you may paint the paper mache with vibrant colours

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It is suggested to cover the first layer with white, be it with paint or white paper
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It is suggested to cover the first layer with white, be it with paint or white paper

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Go crazy with the paints and viola, the paper mache is ready
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Go crazy with the paints and viola, the paper mache is ready

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